Research Foci
Global Neurosurgery
Population health research focused on improving treatment for neurosurgical conditions around the globe
Community & Public Health
Exploring how neurosurgeons can contribute to solving brain and spine related public health issues
Accessibility and Equity in Neurosurgical Care
Improving neurosurgical care by identifying underserved populations
Alvan Ukachukwu, MD, Msc.
Assistant Professor, Duke Health Department of Neurosurgery
Affiliate Faculty, Duke Global Health Insitute
Director of Neurosurgery Research, Duke Global Neurosurgery and Neurology
Team Members
Anjali Gupta, Campbell University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Anthony Giudotti, Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine
David Doyle, Central Michigan University College of Medicine
Justin Lindsay, Wright State University
Kion Gregory, Louisiana State University
Louisa Smitherman, McGovern Medical School, UT Health Houston
Maaya Dev, Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Marcelo DaCosta Neto, Wright State University
Meet Patel
Nikki Barrington, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Rahim Abo Kasem, Medical University of South Carolina
Varun Kasula